Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Hitachi ZX350LC-6
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Hitachi ZX350LC-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 34,200 - 36,300kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,500 - 7,380mm |
| Engine power | - | 210kW (ISO14396) |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Hitachi ZX350LC-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the ZX350LC-6 if...
Sized for bulk earthmoving, quarry and large groundworks contractors who need high dig depth and bucket capacity rather than tight site manoeuvrability. It sits above the typical hire-fleet mid-range and suits larger civils and demolition packages.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 352F and the Hitachi ZX350LC-6?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Hitachi ZX350LC-6 is a 34-36 tonne large crawler excavator.
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